Local Higher Education

The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the opening of the 2019 scholarship application cycle, for the USDA/1890 National Scholars Program.  The USDA/1890 National Scholars Program is a partnership between USDA and the 1890 historically black land-grant colleges and universities. The program provides full tuition, fees, books, room, and

Clinton Community College and RSVP will partner to offer ENCORE PRESENTS…a Senior Spring Tune-Up on Wednesday, March 27, 2019, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.  The event will be held at the Clinton Community College Technology Center (former Graphic Arts Technology Center), 1951 Manufacturing Drive, Clinton, IA.  This event is

Clinton Community College hosted the Induction Ceremony of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society on Tuesday, March 5, 2019.  Fifty-four members were inducted into the CCC Alpha Theta Beta Chapter.  Students are invited to join Phi Theta Kappa if they have achieved a 3.5 grade point and earned 12 credit

Due to popular demand and public fascination with the complex nature of honeybees, Andresen Nature Center will host a follow-up discussion on these industrious insects.  The workshop is Sunday, February 24, 2019, beginning at 1:00 p.m.  This session will be tailored towards newer beekeepers and those interested in starting their

Clinton Community College will host the 38th Annual B-rrry Scurry 4-Mile Run, on Saturday, February 2, 2019.  Runners and walkers agree the race day atmosphere is exciting.  The route is flat and fast with chip timing and instant results.  The post-race party is legendary.  These are all the necessary ingredients

Join University of Illinois Extension Educator Karla Belzer each month for Wits Fitness.  She leads participants through interactive activities designed to exercise the brain, to maintain and enhance cognitive function and memory. We will offer this program at the Sterling Public Library, 102 W. 4th Street, Sterling, IL, from 10:00 to

Join University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners, as they host a hands-on workshop creating remedies for natural home keeping.  This program will take place at the Sterling Public Library, 102 W. 4th Street, Sterling, IL, on Saturday, February 9, 2019, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Visit each of the

The City of Clinton, IA, welcomes Chinese students to the Community’s new Pangaea International Academy.  Eastern Iowa Community Colleges and Clinton Community College are working to provide classes for those who wish to learn more about the country of China. Would you like to learn to make authentic dumplings?  Mandarin

Clinton Community College is pleased to announce an upcoming performance for the 2018-19 Visiting Artist season.  This is the 45th year that CCC has offered performances for the community, as part of the Quad Cities Arts, a program that strives to make artists accessible to people of all walks of

The Clinton Community College Bickelhaupt Arboretum will host a workshop you won’t want to miss.  Two Fresh Conifer Wreath Workshop sessions will be held on Saturday, December 1, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.  Participants will make-and-take their own fresh holiday wreath.  Family-friendly supplies are included in the $25

Are you a gamer?  Do you enjoy playing tabletop or video games?  If so, this event is for you.  Join us for all things gaming on Friday, November 2, 2018, from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m., at Clinton Community College for the CCC Gaming Club Extravaganza III.  The location is CCC

Start your future at Clinton Community College!  Now is the time to register for Summer and Fall classes at CCC.  August 20 – Fall classes begin September 28 – Fall Development Day (no classes) November 6 – Faculty In-Service (no classes) November 21 through 23 – Thanksgiving Break (no classes)

Fall Adult Education classes begin Tuesday, August 14, 2018, at Sauk Valley College.  GED and ESL classes will be held in Dixon, Rock Falls, and Sterling, IL.  The classes are free. See the details below.